Nutritional Foundation

For most horses…

Forage makes up the majority of the diet. That means small gaps at the foundational level can create larger issues over time.

This section takes us through the essential questions every horse owner should ask about salt, water, hay, and mineral balance.

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How much water should my horse drink?
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How much water should my horse drink?
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A typical adult horse may drink 5–10 gallons daily, with needs increasing in heat, during work, or when eating dry hay. Water must be clean, accessible, and truly drinkable, not just present.

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What is quality forage?
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What is quality forage?
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Quality forage is clean, appropriate for your horse’s needs, and nutritionally consistent, not necessarily the cheapest option available. Leafiness, cleanliness, sugar content, and suitability for the individual horse all matter.

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How do I know what mineral balancer is right for my horse?
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How do I know what mineral balancer is right for my horse?
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Mineral balance starts with your forage, not a supplement label. Testing hay and evaluating it against established requirements allows adjustments based on workload, age, and metabolic health. What works for one horse may not work for another.

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Do I really need a hay analysis?
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Do I really need a hay analysis?
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Hay makes up the majority of most equine diets, so testing hay ensures the opportunity to properly balance their diet. Testing clarifies sugar levels, protein, and mineral content and helps to prevent unnecessary or poorly targeted supplementation.

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Does my horse need salt?
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Does my horse need salt?
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Forage is naturally low in sodium, and without intentional salt intake, hydration and electrolyte balance can suffer, especially in heat or during work.

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Inside the member Classroom, we expand on:

• Seasonal adjustments to herbs and whole-food support
• TCM 5 Element theory tendencies and individualized feeding patterns
• Integrating energetic modalities responsibly
• Practical discernment around muscle testing
• Microbiome diversity and gut-driven inflammation
• Foundational nutrition before supplementation

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